Crisp & Tangy Fresh Pickled Cucumber Salad – Your New Fridge Staple! 🥒✨


 

Warning: This crunchy, garlicky, sweet-and-sour pickled cucumber salad is so addictive, you’ll be sneaking forkfuls straight from the jar! Perfect as a snack, sandwich topper, or side dish, it gets better with time and stays fresh for up to 2 months (if it lasts that long!).

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

✅ Crunchy & refreshing – Never soggy!
✅ Quick to make – Ready in 15 minutes + marinating time
✅ Versatile – Great on burgers, salads, or as a snack
✅ Long-lasting – Stays crisp for weeks in the fridge

Ingredients

(Makes 2 quarts)

Main Ingredients:

  • 6-7 medium cucumbers (about 2 lbs), thinly sliced (English or Persian work best)

  • 1 medium onion, thinly sliced

  • 3 cloves garlic, minced

Pickling Brine:

  • 1½ cups (360ml) white vinegar

  • 1½ cups (360ml) water

  • ¾ cup (150g) granulated sugar (adjust to taste)

  • 1 tbsp kosher salt

  • 1 tbsp mustard seeds

  • 1 tsp celery seeds

  • ½ tsp red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)

  • ½ tsp black peppercorns

(Optional add-ins: 1 sliced bell pepper, fresh dill, or a splash of soy sauce for umami!)


Step-by-Step Instructions




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